Martha Ferguson

Director, Global Travel Services Lazard

Martha Ferguson is a Director and Global Head of Travel Services at Lazard Freres with responsibilities for all aspects of the global travel program including meetings, events, corporate card and ground transportation. Prior to joining Lazard, she was the Senior Manager of Travel Operations and Global Corporate Card for Interpublic Group of Companies (IPG). She transitioned to a client role after having worked for American Express Business Travel for over 16 years in various roles within Marketing, Product Management and as a Client General Manager for a major entertainment account. She has been in the travel and corporate card industry for 40 years and is an active member of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) and has served on various industry related advisory boards.

Pre-Conference: Tuesday, May 13th, 2025

4:00 PM Working Group C: Accessibility Programs And The Importance Of Them

Ensuring that corporate travel programs are accessible to all employees is not just a matter of compliance—it’s about fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for everyone. In this interactive working group session, participants will explore the importance of building accessibility into travel programs. You'll discuss how to ensure that travelers with disabilities, medical conditions, or special needs have seamless experiences, and the steps you can take to partner with suppliers who prioritize accessibility.

What We Hope You Can Take Away

Learn how to assess your current travel program for accessibility gaps and implement improvements that benefit all employees.
Discover how to collaborate with travel suppliers to ensure accessible accommodations, transportation, and services are available for your travelers.
Understand the legal requirements around accessibility, but also explore how to go beyond compliance to create a genuinely inclusive and welcoming travel experience.

Day 1: Wednesday, May 14th, 2025

1:45 PM Working Group C: Accessibility Programs And The Importance Of Them

What We Hope You Can Take Away

Learn how to assess your current travel program for accessibility gaps and implement improvements that benefit all employees.
Discover how to collaborate with travel suppliers to ensure accessible accommodations, transportation, and services are available for your travelers.
Understand the legal requirements around accessibility, but also explore how to go beyond compliance to create a genuinely inclusive and welcoming travel experience.

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Martha.

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